The Benefits of Deep Breathing

Stig Severinsen on the benefits of deep breaths.

Nobody knows how to breathe more deeply than champion free-diver Stig Severinsen, whose yoga-inspired breathing techniques allow him to hold his breath for 22 minutes. That said, you don't need to get anywhere near that to get benefits from better breathing. We asked Severinsen to share three ways that breathing can help lowers stress, improve athleticism, and heal what ails you.